I am in my early 20's and my fiance and I have just started TTC. I feel very confident and ready to become a parent as does my honey- but a close friend of mine has a 9 month old baby and she says one of the hardest things is the disapproving looks older mothers give her on a daily basis. I was able to graduate high school early, start college early and I also got my "partying" out of the way. Now when I see my peers posting pics. from last nights kegger I roll my eyes instead of wishing I had been there. I think it is really just dependent on the life you want for yourself and if you feel ready or not.No matter- its very important to respect people's decisions!!

No...I'm glad I waited until 34 to start trying. It didn't take that long to get pregnant actually, and not only that but I really enjoyed my 20s, made enough money, met the right person, and had time to get all the shopping, travelling, etc. out of my system so I don't resent my kid for all the sacrifices that go into parenting.

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